Joshua Youngsma
Grandville,Michigan
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Driver
Amazon
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2021 - 10.2024
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
Carpenter
Mitten State Woodworking, LLC
Grandville, MI
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Measured, cut, and shaped wood materials to specifications using power tools.
- Stained and sprayed polyurethane on completed products.
- Designed, built, and sold custom shelves and console tables out of a variety of different species of woods.
- Cleaned tools and shop floor on a regular basis to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Lead Carpenter
Calvin University Theatre Company
Grand Rapids, MI
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Worked closely with the creative director to design and create blueprints for collegiate-level theatrical performances.
- Created and adhered to a production schedule that kept my team constantly moving forward.
- Supervised a team of carpenters to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Performed troubleshooting on equipment to resolve any issues that arose during shows or rehearsals.
- Provided guidance to students on proper usage of tools and safety protocols.
- Acted as Interim Technical Director while a replacement TD was found.
- Ensured quality control of all equipment used during productions.
Window Cleaner
Absolutely Clean, LLC
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Cleaned both interior and exterior residential windows using a squeegee, cleaning solution, and various tools to remove dirt, grime, and debris.
- Maintained ladders and other equipment in good working condition.
- Performed minor repairs on window frames and screens as needed.
- Removed debris from gutters and downspouts.
- Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to determine the best approach for cleaning windows.
Student Carpenter
Calvin University Theatre Company
Grand Rapids, MI
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Measured, cut, and shaped wood materials to specifications using power tools.
- Assisted in the construction of theatrical sets under the guidance of a technical director.
- Learned and honed construction and painting skills.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
Barista
Target
Littleton, CO
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Denver Christian High School
Denver, CO05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communications
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MIBachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSkills
- Inter-Personal Communication
- Production Scheduling
- Attention to Detail
- Supervision and leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Self-Directed
- Public Speaking
- Creative Problem Solving
Certification
- Scissor Lift Certification
Affiliations
- Current Online Student at SNHU
Accomplishments
- Student Board Member for the Calvin Theatre Company
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Carpenter
Mitten State Woodworking, LLC
11.2023 - 06.2024
Lead Carpenter
Calvin University Theatre Company
09.2021 - 05.2024
Delivery Driver
Amazon
08.2021 - 10.2024
Window Cleaner
Absolutely Clean, LLC
05.2021 - 08.2021
Student Carpenter
Calvin University Theatre Company
10.2019 - 05.2021
Barista
Target
05.2018 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Denver Christian High School
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communications
Calvin University
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Southern New Hampshire University